Recently, Fresno Madera Farm Credit was proud to welcome a group of FARMS Advanced students from the Center for Land-Based Learning to our office for a special Farm Credit field day. The event, held on April 11, gave students a behind-the-scenes look at careers in agricultural finance and the many opportunities available in the ag lending industry.

The Farm Bureau’s Young Farmers & Ranchers (YF&R) Committee empowers young agriculturalists in a wide range of ag-related occupations. By fostering a passion for farming, encouraging advocacy and developing future leaders, the program ensures agriculture remains a vital way of life for generations to come.

Farm Credit, the largest provider of credit to U.S. agriculture, is also committed to the sustainability and long-term viability of agriculture and rural communities and strongly supports non-profits and other organizations working to preserve and protect California agriculture. 

As California agriculture seeks to adapt to changing markets and increased government regulations, farmers and ranchers are working hard to boost productivity and ensure that their workforce has the skills needed to be as productive as possible. 

To help make that goal a reality, the Center for Land-Based Learning is launching a new program called AgHiRE, crafted specifically for the Spanish-speaking agricultural workforce and dedicated to empowering top-performing workers. 

Billions have been invested in generative AI with the expectation that big productivity gains will propel the U.S. economy in the years to come. But here’s the rub: Many market participants believe we may be only 12-24 months away from not having enough electricity to run these power-hungry Gen AI data centers.